Hey guys,
There were many things I enjoyed about interning at the State Senate and one was mostly the way it was organized. The first few weeks we would use the buddy/group system to complete tasks since we were still learning the in and outs of the Capitol. After the first few weeks though we kept using the buddy/group-system because we had fun together and wanted to help. This made the shifts fly by and there was also a joke in the building that if you hear laughter that meant that the Pages were near.
Also everyday when we came in there was a schedule written on the board so we had an idea of how the day would go. More times than not these schedules were more voluntary than mandatory since we would sometimes switch tasks and meetings always went longer then intended. Overall, this internship always kept me on my feet due to it's sporadic nature and I enjoyed that and wouldn't change anything about my experience!
~Chandler
Friday, May 1, 2015
Free Write
Good morning,
So I read a post from one of my peers and they were stressed about the future and what was to come after graduation. I cannot sit here and say that I too am not afraid, especially when college years are described as the best years of your life. With that being said, I am also ready to see what life has in store for me. I am also lucky to have my faith since I know that if I do my part and put forth the needed effort, things should work out, maybe no when or exactly how I want but things will be fine. Hate to be cliche but like Bob Marley said, "Every little thing...is gonna be alright"
~Chandler
So I read a post from one of my peers and they were stressed about the future and what was to come after graduation. I cannot sit here and say that I too am not afraid, especially when college years are described as the best years of your life. With that being said, I am also ready to see what life has in store for me. I am also lucky to have my faith since I know that if I do my part and put forth the needed effort, things should work out, maybe no when or exactly how I want but things will be fine. Hate to be cliche but like Bob Marley said, "Every little thing...is gonna be alright"
~Chandler
Thursday, April 30, 2015
Public Service
Hey Guys,
So one of the best things about my time at my internship was that I got to see first hand how the officials elected by citizens actually serve them. At times it was very surreal to hear the various testimonies of citizens who were very passionate about pieces of legislation and its passage or the latter.
It was also very humbling to see how most of the Senators gracefully dealt with the pressures of the power given to them. Though I may not have supported their stance or ideals in some cases, you can tell they all hoped for a better Arizona. It was also great seeing those stand-out Senators who actually really cared about the average,every-day citizen with minimal personal biases, which could almost be impossible. One of my favorite Senators (I might get in trouble for saying this) has a blog and twitter and stays in great communication with his constituents. Legislators like him show that there are really people in positions of power who hope to positively enhance the public and that is very nice to see :)
So one of the best things about my time at my internship was that I got to see first hand how the officials elected by citizens actually serve them. At times it was very surreal to hear the various testimonies of citizens who were very passionate about pieces of legislation and its passage or the latter.
It was also very humbling to see how most of the Senators gracefully dealt with the pressures of the power given to them. Though I may not have supported their stance or ideals in some cases, you can tell they all hoped for a better Arizona. It was also great seeing those stand-out Senators who actually really cared about the average,every-day citizen with minimal personal biases, which could almost be impossible. One of my favorite Senators (I might get in trouble for saying this) has a blog and twitter and stays in great communication with his constituents. Legislators like him show that there are really people in positions of power who hope to positively enhance the public and that is very nice to see :)
Free Write
Hey guys,
So I got a chance to spend sometime at home before all the madness of finals and graduation. It is always nice to go back to California even though Arizona will now always be a part of me. Anyways, just wanted to show you guys a few of my favorite things about Los Angeles. :)
So I got a chance to spend sometime at home before all the madness of finals and graduation. It is always nice to go back to California even though Arizona will now always be a part of me. Anyways, just wanted to show you guys a few of my favorite things about Los Angeles. :)
Free Write
Hey guys,
So last weekend me and a few friends were enjoying some pool time since the weather has yet to get deathly hot. Two of my friends had homework so while my other friend and myself were in the water, they were propped up on laptops and occasionally their iPhones. Another guy in the pool looked and them, snickered, and said "Hey, at least they're outside".
Coincidentally enough, one of my prompts for a discussion board in class that week asked if technology can sometimes be hindering. Being from a generation that was born with internet, I am pretty sure I have a biased opinion, but I can honestly say I sometimes do find it hindering.Sometimes one can get so caught up in their Netflix binge they miss the beauty of the sunset outside :)
So last weekend me and a few friends were enjoying some pool time since the weather has yet to get deathly hot. Two of my friends had homework so while my other friend and myself were in the water, they were propped up on laptops and occasionally their iPhones. Another guy in the pool looked and them, snickered, and said "Hey, at least they're outside".
Coincidentally enough, one of my prompts for a discussion board in class that week asked if technology can sometimes be hindering. Being from a generation that was born with internet, I am pretty sure I have a biased opinion, but I can honestly say I sometimes do find it hindering.Sometimes one can get so caught up in their Netflix binge they miss the beauty of the sunset outside :)
Leadership
Hey guys!
My time at the Senate not only taught me different leadership skills but also helped me further develop my own. It was definitely nice working with a group of individuals all very willing to do their job which sometimes made it competitive. Of course this was always playful competitiveness but it was also fun to see everyone so eager to do minimal tasks but also willing to delegate when necessary. I think we all did a great job of distributing tasks equally which can sometimes be a hard thing to do!
I also think my supervisor did a great job of exuding positive leadership qualities. She always made sure to give us positive reassurance as well as personal assistance whenever needed. She also held in-service meetings every month in which we would all vote on a Page of the Month as well as hold a circle of compliments. If you guys aren't sure what a circle of compliments is (since I was not privy to it myself) it is pretty much what it sounds like. We all get in a circle and everyone compliments a person sitting on either side of them. I think these meetings were very instrumental in cementing our office bond and this internships overall great experience!
~Chandler
My time at the Senate not only taught me different leadership skills but also helped me further develop my own. It was definitely nice working with a group of individuals all very willing to do their job which sometimes made it competitive. Of course this was always playful competitiveness but it was also fun to see everyone so eager to do minimal tasks but also willing to delegate when necessary. I think we all did a great job of distributing tasks equally which can sometimes be a hard thing to do!
I also think my supervisor did a great job of exuding positive leadership qualities. She always made sure to give us positive reassurance as well as personal assistance whenever needed. She also held in-service meetings every month in which we would all vote on a Page of the Month as well as hold a circle of compliments. If you guys aren't sure what a circle of compliments is (since I was not privy to it myself) it is pretty much what it sounds like. We all get in a circle and everyone compliments a person sitting on either side of them. I think these meetings were very instrumental in cementing our office bond and this internships overall great experience!
~Chandler
Tuesday, April 28, 2015
Free Write...
Hey guys,
I graduate in a few weeks and it is definitely still all very surreal. Getting a college degree was always a goal I planned on attaining I am just amazed at how quickly it has happened. It feels like it was just the other day that I was moving in Palo Verde for the Summer Bridge program scared out of my mind because I literally knew no one in the whole state of Arizona. Today I can say that not letting my fear hinder me was one of my greatest choices and I have made some of the best friends and memories because of it.
Thanks ASU!
I graduate in a few weeks and it is definitely still all very surreal. Getting a college degree was always a goal I planned on attaining I am just amazed at how quickly it has happened. It feels like it was just the other day that I was moving in Palo Verde for the Summer Bridge program scared out of my mind because I literally knew no one in the whole state of Arizona. Today I can say that not letting my fear hinder me was one of my greatest choices and I have made some of the best friends and memories because of it.
Thanks ASU!
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